2003 Sangiovese

Our “super-Tuscan” blend combines mountain-grown Sangiovese with 25% Merlot. Aromas of wild berry and juicy fruit combine with a suggestion of fresh plums and huckleberry rice pudding. The seductive mid-palate unfolds with a delightful purity of fruit and a lingering finish.

Appellation:

Sonoma County

Vintage:

2003

Harvest:

October 2003

Fermentation:

Stainless Steel

Cooperage:

French Oak

Blend:

75% Sangiovese 25% Merlot

Alcohol:

14.1%

Bottling:

December 2004

Production:

240 (500 ml bottles) cases

Release Date:

April 2005

Price:

Reviews

The Wine Advocate:

Rating: 88

The limited production 2003 Sangiovese, which includes 10% Merlot, is only available at the winery. Copious quantities of strawberry, earth, and leathery aromas are followed by a medium-bodied Sangiovese to consume over the next 3-4 years.